Solutions Architect

GFT is a digital transformation pioneer that develops sustainable solutions based on new technologies including artificial intelligence and blockchain/DLT. GFT experts create and implement scalable software applications that make access to innovative business models safe and easy. 

At GFT we have an open position for a Solution Architect. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic person willing to start and grow in a multi-cultural, motivating and challenging environment.

Some of the technologies we are working with: Java 8+, Openshift, Kubernetes, Docker, Jenkins, Spring WebFlux, Spring boot, Kafka, Rancher, .Net Core, Angular, React, Polymer, Oracle…

Your main responsibilities will be:

• Solution design and technology stack selection.


• Solution development and technical team supervision.


• Analyze and document the enterprise and technology environment.


• Software architecture design and guidance.


• Enterprise architecture and integration patterns.


• Data architecture, API design and implementation.

Skills will help you to succeed:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineer or related field.


• At least 5 years of working experience in one or multiple IT areas.


• Software development expertise.


• DevOps. CI/CD. Lean mindset.


• Ability to work with minimal supervision in a distributed team environment and set own work direction to achieve team goals.


• Solid understanding of methods/practices of systems integration and data management.


• Cloud basic knowledge.

It would nice to have:

• Experience with Financial Services sector, business analysis and banking functional knowledge.


• IT infrastructure and cloud development and cloud patterns knowledge


• Application and cloud infrastructure security knowledge and expertise.


• Good understanding of how to conduct technical solution assessments.


• Strong consulting techniques and negotiation and skills. Considered decision making skills.


• Appreciation of the challenges and complexity around the delivery of large, strategic, enterprise level solutions.

Soft skills:

• Understanding of link between technical specialities and customer requirements.


• Understanding of industry best practices and standards.


• Fluent communication skills.


• Keep abreast of market trends in technology.


•  Solid analytical and problem-solving skills/investigating skills on technical matters.


• Well organised.


• Ability to identify problems and suggest mitigating and contingency actions.


• Proactive.


• Good coaching skills.

At GFT we consider diversity as one of our main pillars and we foster an inclusive work environment based on cooperation and mutual respect.  We offer equal opportunities for everyone regardless of race, cultural background, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or religious beliefs. GFT has drafted and registered an Equality Plan that outlines the measures to be taken with the aim of achieving equal treatment and opportunities between women and men within the company, and eliminating, if present, discrimination based on gender.

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